Foreman - Electrical Layout
About The Position
The Electrical Layout & Takeoff Foreman is responsible for leading pre-install planning efforts through accurate layout, material takeoff, and prefab-driven execution. This role bridges VDC/BIM, project management, and field operations to ensure projects are installed efficiently, safely, and in compliance with design intent. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled electrician with strong technical knowledge of drawings, specifications, and submittals, combined with advanced proficiency in Bluebeam, Excel, and a mindset geared toward prefabrication and continuous improvement—including the use of AI-driven tools to enhance productivity and accuracy.
Requirements
- Journeyman Electrician (or equivalent experience)
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, construction sequencing, and install methods
- Proven experience with: Electrical layout and field coordination, Material takeoff and planning, Reading and interpreting drawings, specs, and submittals
- Proficiency in: Bluebeam (markups, takeoffs, overlays), Microsoft Excel (quantity tracking, formulas, basic analysis)
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with prefab electrical assemblies
- Exposure to BIM/VDC workflows and model-based coordination
- Familiarity with construction technology platforms (e.g., KOJO, BIM tools, field tracking systems)
- Experience using or willingness to adopt AI tools in construction workflows
Responsibilities
- Perform detailed electrical layout using construction documents, ensuring install readiness prior to field execution
- Interpret drawings, specifications, and submittits to validate design intent and identify gaps or conflicts early
- Coordinate with VDC/BIM teams to align model-based layouts with field installation requirements
- Ensure layout supports prefab installation strategies whenever possible
- Develop accurate and complete material takeoffs from drawings and models
- Utilize Excel to track quantities, labor assumptions, and procurement needs
- Collaborate with project management and procurement teams to ensure materials are ordered timely and correctly
- Identify opportunities to standardize materials for prefab and bulk purchasing
- Drive a prefab-first mindset by identifying opportunities to shift work from field to shop
- Break down systems into prefabricated assemblies and communicate requirements clearly to prefab teams
- Support development of prefab packages, including drawings, BOMs, and installation sequencing
- Ensure install strategies improve safety, productivity, and quality
- Leverage Bluebeam for advanced document review, takeoff, and workflow tracking
- Utilize Excel for data tracking, analysis, and reporting
- Adopt and integrate AI tools to assist with takeoff verification and quantity checks, improve layout planning and clash awareness, and streamline documentation, reporting, and communication
- Continuously seek new technologies that improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability
- Ensure installations meet project specifications, NEC requirements, and company quality standards
- Review submittals and ensure field installation aligns with approved materials and methods
- Proactively identify and resolve quality or design issues before installation
- Support field crews with clear direction and installation expectations
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
- Life and disability insurance
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
